At the International Business School of Finance (IBSF), our strength lies in the expertise and professionalism of our faculty. Our team comprises globally recognised experts in finance, accounting, taxation, banking, and related disciplines—including seasoned practitioners, distinguished professors, and doctoral‐level specialists.

With extensive international experience, our instructors bring world-class insight, industry relevance, and academic rigour to every programme. They are committed to delivering high-quality learning through flexible modes—whether virtual, online, or in-person—to meet the diverse needs of central banks, financial institutions, corporates, and individual professionals.

Our staff remain continuously available to support learners, ensuring personalised guidance, practical training, and impactful knowledge transfer that empowers professionals to excel in today’s dynamic financial environment.

List of our global staffs:

Dr Fredrick Changwony

I obtained a PhD in Finance and an MSc degree in Investment Analysis both from the University of Stirling, and obtained a Bachelor of Commerce degree, Accounting Option, from the University of Nairobi. I am a qualified Certified Public Accountant of Kenya and a member of the Institute of Certified Public Accountants of Kenya (ICPAK). View Profile

Dr Dionysia Dionysiou

Dionysia joined the University of Stirling in August 2009. She holds a PhD in Finance from the University of Edinburgh Business School (November 2010), an MSc in Finance from the University of Cyprus (June 2005) and a BSc (Hons) degree in Business Administration with minor in Accounting and Finance from the Athens University of Economics and Business (September 2003).   View Profile

Professor Tunyi Tunyi Abongeh

Tunyi is a Professor in Accounting and Finance at the School of Management. He holds a BSc in Accounting, a Master of Finance (MFin) with distinction (University of Glasgow) and a PhD in Finance and Accounting (University of Glasgow). He is a Senior Fellow of the Higher Education Academy (SFHEA). View Profile

Professor Musa Mangena

Musa Mangena is a qualified Chartered Governance Professional with associate membership of ICSA: The Chartered Governance Institute. He is also a Fellow of the Higher Education Academy. Musa joined the Business School from the University of Essex, where he was Professor of Accounting and Head of Accounting Group. View Profile

Dr Sara Closs-Davies

I am a Fellow member of the Association of Chartered and Certified Accountants (ACCA) and member of the Chartered Institute of Taxation (CIOT). I am a Senior Lecturer in Accounting and Taxation for undergraduate and postgraduate programmes. I am an active researcher in areas surrounding accounting, taxation, public social welfare policy and their implications on individuals, organisations, society and social inequality. View Profile

Dr Avik Mukherjee

My academic journey evolves more than 20 years of teaching experience specialising in finance across the globe. My areas of expertise include financial management, corporate finance, investment analysis, international finance, and financial modelling. My undergraduate education (BSc in Economics & Statistics) laid a solid foundation in economic theory, quantitative analysis, and critical thinking. View Profile